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A Golden Get-together
Elks scholars in the Denver area met up at Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740. They got to see an Elks Lodge in action while also getting to know one another better.
A Bright Future
Despite hardships in their past, Elks scholars Lindsay and Lucas Raiche are now excelling in college with the help of their Emergency Educational Grants and looking forward to a bright future. Read their story, and watch a video of their full interview.
The Music Man
Read how Elks scholar Robert Rossman is using his musical talents to record and release a full lenth album.
The Elks Scholar Experience
Jeanie Nguyen received a 2010 Most Valuable Student scholarship and headed east to study at Harvard University where she helped form an Elks scholar community. Read about her Elks scholar experience so far.
Going for the Gold(en Snitch)
Read how Elks scholar Rob Rankin turned his love of the magical Harry Potter book series into a real hobby by founding the Florida Quidditch Association.
The Elks Run Deep
Read how 2002 Legacy Award recipient Jacqueline Patterson is giving back to her community through service as an Elks member.
Elks Scholars Give Thanks
This Thanksgiving season, Elks scholars are giving thanks for their ENF scholarships.
Running for a Reason
Read how 2009 MVS scholar Susan Gogniat uses her passion for running to benefit children.
A Poignant Memory
2007 top MVS winner Cort Van Ostran accomplished a lot in his four years at Harvard, but his recent graduation provided him with the most poignant memory of all. Read Cort’s reflection about how his graduation week was a time of both sadness and celebration—and how the Elks were there to help.
Elks Scholar Walks the Talk
Read how 2010 Elks scholar Sean Pringle is making the most of Elks scholar opportunities by connecting with other Elks scholars and his local Elks Lodge.
From a Freshman to a Senior
Read how 2007 top MVS winner Cort Van Ostran spent his final weeks as a student at Harvard University. Then, read how 2011 top MVS winner Christina Lulich spent her first week of college at the University of Tennessee.
Building Communities
Read how 2008 MVS scholar Josh Singsank is living out his motto that a successful contractor must give back to the community.
Spreading the Word
Read how 2006 Legacy scholar Erika Barger is spreading the word about ENF scholarships in her community as her Lodge's Scholarship Chair.
Riding into a Greener Future
Read how 2007 MVS scholar Michael Dickerson is making a difference in the world through one of his own passions: biking.
Fun in the Desert Sun
The 2011 Elks Scholar Advisory Board held its annual meeting in Phoenix, Ariz. this July. Read on for all the details.
Snowmobile Challenge: Accepted
Read how 2008 MVS scholar Neil Miller is using his talents as an engineer to make the best 'clean' snowmobile.
Putting His Best Foot Forward
2011 Alum of the Year Jimmy Tomczak is using his entrepreneurial talents for good. Read how he promotes sustainable decisions while also bringing hope to a city he loves.
Speaking From the Heart
Recently, Elks scholars Vicky Chen and Megan Spencer attended the Provo, Utah, Lodge No. 849 to express their gratitude to Elks for the scholarships they received in 2008. Read on to hear what they had to say.
Picture Perfect
2011 top MVS winner Dean Shu is pursuing his passion for photography and service as he heads to Harvard. Read on for his story.
Home is Where the Heart is
Read how 2011 top MVS winner Christina Lulich devotes her life to her family and her studies.
The Spirit of Giving Back
We are pleased to announce the 2011 Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient, 2006 MVS scholar Rory Nicolaides. Read on for her story.
At the Hoop Shoot with the Elks Scholar Advisory Board
Read about these Elks scholars' experience at the 2011 National Hoop Shoot Finals in Springfield, Mass.
A Note of Thanks
Read this wonderful thank you note we received that stood out because of the special link this mother and daughter have to the Most Valuable Student scholarship.
Climbing the Mountain
Living in California’s High Sierra mountains may not be the conventional idea of studying abroad. But this is exactly what 2010 MVS scholar Abbi Mleziva is doing this semester. Read on for her story.
Smile for the Camera
Read how Olivia Blinn, a 2010 MVS scholar at Biola University, created a stop-motion video about her journey to college.
Fire Fighting Scholar
Bessie Harp, a 2007 MVS Scholar, juggles school, family, hobbies and even finds time to fight fires in her community!
Caring For All
With her 2010 Cornerstone Grant, 2009 MVS scholar Ashlee Kephart made a difference in the Twin Cities area.
Here She Comes, Miss Seattle
Lauren Kuhn, a 2009 Legacy Award recipient, won the title of Miss Seattle in 2010. Since then she has been busy raising awareness of local causes.
A One-Way Ticket to Success
After graduating from college, 2003 MVS scholar Hilary Corna packed her belongings and moved to Singapore to work at Toyota, where she gained important cultural and work experiences that she now shares with young professionals throughout the U.S.
Breaking Through to a Cure
Read how Elks scholar Chandlar Smith has turned her family's hardship into an opportunity for growth.
Living in the Moment
Brody Leven, a 2006 Most Valuable Student scholarship recipient sponsored by Willoughby-Cleveland, Ohio, Lodge No. 18, recently graduated from Westminster College. Read about his adventures in college and beyond!
Dinner with the Elks Family
Nothing says family like a shared meal! In late October, ENF staff members had the privilege of joining nine Elks scholars and six ENF supporters for a delicious dinner.
If it’s newsworthy, he’s there
It’s been one year since 2002 MVS scholar Peter Daut, a TV reporter on the Fox station in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, filmed his Emmy winning report on the shootings on the military base in Fort Hood.
Building the Future
Read how these three Elks scholars are using their architecture majors to make a difference.
A Magical Meeting
For Jim Vecchio of La Habra, Calif., Lodge No. 2095 and 2009 MVS scholarship recipient Clara Ritger, the Grand Lodge Convention in Orlando was an especially magical place.
Creating an Elks Legacy
2004 Legacy Awards recipient David Mullins always knew he would become an Elk. Read how David balances medical school with volunteering with his Lodge.
A Guiding Light
When Blake Michaels and his University of Pennsylvania peer advisor Stefan Sabo met, they learned they had more in common than their major. Both are also Most Valuable Student scholars!
He Writes the Songs That Make the Whole World Sing
Just like Barry Manilow, 2009 MVS scholar Barry Harris is going far with his song-writing and piano-playing abilities. Read Barry's story, and watch a video of him performing!
Going the Distance
What started out as marathon training in South Africa, turned into much more for 2005 MVS scholar Grace Lim. Read on for Grace's inspirational story.
Saving Soles, One Shoe at a Time
Read how 2006 MVS scholar Jimmy Tomczak’s invention, Paper Feet, is saving both your soles and the environment!
Advocating for All
2010 Elks Alum of the Year Katie Chambers makes each day meaningful by serving others. Read how having a child with disabilities led her to dedicate her life to advocating for children with special needs.
A Long Way from Home
2010 MVS top winner Jenny Van can’t wait to broaden her horizons at MIT. Read on for Jenny’s inspirational story.
The Invention of Service
Read how 2010 MVS top winner Bryan Dongre is dedicating his life to service.
Cooking Up Healthy Habits
Read how Sean DeMartino, a 2010 MVS scholar, has made it his mission to educate teens on how to eat right and cook for themselves. Be sure to watch the videos of Sean on the Rachel Ray Show!
Helping others follow in her path
Most Valuable Student scholar Lin Yang has spent four years using her talents to help others. Now that it’s time to graduate, she isn’t stopping. Read on for details on Lin's accomplishments!
Ready, Set….Serve!
Elks Scholars across the country are gearing up to clean up their communities and participate in the 2010 Elks Scholar Week of Service from April 18-24, 2010. Read about what some campus leaders are planning.
Most Valuable Roommates
Georgetown sophomores Kevin Baird and R.J. Barthelmes share more than a room. They are both 2008 Most Valuable Student scholars! Read on for their story.
An Ounce of Prevention
Read how 2009 ENF Cornerstone Grant recipient, Angela Suen, used her grant to promote dental health in rural El Salvador.
A Change of Home, Not a Change of Heart
Read about 2009 Most Valuable Student scholar Vicki Peng's dedication to her community.
Heave Ho!
Read about ENF Legacy Award winner Frank Vita’s life on board the Liberty Star.
Elks Scholar Speakers Kick-Off 2010
With 2010 under way, Elks scholar speakers are showing gratitude for their scholarships by visiting Lodges to share their college stories. Make it your New Year’s resolution to speak at the Lodge near you.
Kari Cares
Read how Emergency Educational Grant recipient Kari Massar has dedicated her life to caring for others.
A Winning Team
Homecoming takes on a new meaning for 2009 MVS scholar Craig Tripp and his Elks National Foundation Named Scholarship Sponsor Richard Harris.
ENF Scholars in the Game
The ENF Scholar Advisory Board met in Chicago for their first annual Board meeting over the weekend of September 11, 2009. To kickoff the meeting, the Scholar Advisory Board and ENF staff participated in the September 11 National Day of Service.
West Virginia’s Whiz Kid
2007 Most Valuable Student Kelydra Welcker was destined for scientific greatness. Read on to learn more about this whiz kid!
Of Service and Statutes
2009 Top Male Most Valuable Student Scholar John Steinbach is off to Stanford to study history and continue serving his community.
Oh the Places She'll Go
2009 Top Female Most Valuable Student Gergana Kostadinova will one day help solve the world's problems.
ENF Alumnus of the Year: Christina Vuocolo
Read how Christina Vuocolo's commitment to volunteering led her to become the 2009-10 ENF Alumnus of the Year!
Stanford Tran a Stanford Grad
Stan Tran, the 2005 Most Valuable Student runner-up, recently returned to his sponsoring Lodge, Santa Clara Lodge No. 2347, to express his gratitude.
The Buzz on Buzzy
1998 Most Valuable Student, Buzzy Nielsen, devotes each day to bettering his community.
A Note from Erika Barger
Read this note from 2006 Legacy Award winner, Erika Barger.
ENF Scholar Speaker: Vanessa Seals
Vanessa Seals talks about how her Most Valuable Student Scholarship is helping her fulfill her dream of a college degree.
Good Morning, Alaska!
Start your day with 2004 Most Valuable Student Danielle Sylvester, the morning show DJ for KNOM radio in western Alaska.
ENF Scholar Speaker: Jayme Mattson
2008 Legacy Award winner, Jayme Mattson, spoke to the Clinton, Mo., Elks Lodge about life as an ENF scholar.
Paging the Future Dr. Dempsey
After spending ten weeks volunteering in a Nicaraguan hospital, no task is too daunting for 2007 Legacy Award winner, Kyle Dempsey.
Life as a Fourth Generation Elk
Read how Erika Barger, a 2006 Legacy Award recipient, became a proud member of her hometown Elks Lodge in Ormond Beach, Fla.
A Legacy of Service
Read how 2008 Legacy Award recipient Erin Seivley has taken on her grandfather's commitment to service.
ENF Scholar Speaker: Prano Hiremath
Read more about Prano's speech to attendees of the Washington State Elks Winter Convention about life as a Most Valuable Student scholar.
Leading by Example
Read how EEG recipient Kari Renzelman follows in her father's footsteps by serving her community.
Reporting on Lamothe
Journalist and 2000 Most Valuable Student Dan Lamothe always has a story to tell.
Hiking for Lung Health
After her father's death, 2006 Most Valuable Student Amanda Nigro has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of sarcoidosis.
Born to Teach
ENF Scholar Meghan Taggart's dreams of teaching are coming true.
Finding a Cure
2007 Most Valuable Student Anthony Schuller's research brings us one step closer to finding a cure for cancer.
Touch Down!
2007 Most Valuable Student Michael McMahon meets his named scholar sponsor, Jim McQuillan, a past national president of the Elks, at a Notre Dame football game.
A New Chapter
Read how 2008 Most Valuable Student Kyle Baldwin spreads the joy of reading to less fortunate children.
The Gift that Gives Back
2004 Most Valuable Student Scholar Alma Moedano recently became the first in her family to earn a college degree. Read about Alma's road to graduation, and find out where she is today!
A Peek at Zeke
Despite growing up in poverty and the loss of his father, EEG recipient Matthew "Zeke" Hughes has an amazing outlook on life. Read on to learn about the many accomplishments of this Boston College alum.
Scholar Feels at Home while Teaching Abroad
2001 MVS winner Jeremy Staley taught sixth grade in the Marshall Islands for a year. In this Q&A he shares with us his experience and how the ENF helped him get there.
MVS Recipient Makes Musical Mark
Liz Carlisle released a major studio album and spoke at Harvard's spring commencement ceremony. What will this top scholar accomplish next?!
A Heart to Heart with Most Valuable Student Alum
In January of 1987, Kelsey Holec's younger brother Ben was born with transposition of the great arteries. This cardiac defect required an inundation of doctors' visits, cardiac procedures, and ultimately surgery. Almost 20 years later, Kelsey graduated from St. Olaf College with a major in biology and one goal in mind: to become a pediatric cardiologist.
Scholar Sets Sights on Sydney
Who is receiving top honors from the University of Miami, traveling the world and participating in numerous volunteer programs? Matthew Gill, of course! Read all about this extraordinary Most Valuable Student scholarship recipient and his plans after graduation this May.
Leah's Life Lessons
When you think of the typical college student, what comes to mind? Traveling the world; visiting orphanages; changing children's lives each day? We didn't think so. Read all about Leah Schrader, an exceptional Most Valuable Student scholarship recipient, and how she makes a difference each and every day.
DeVoe On-the-Go
With her jam-packed schedule of school, music, volunteering and pageants; Christina DeVoe does not lead the typical college life. Read all about this Most Valuable Student recipient's newest endeavors as a sophomore at Loyola University Chicago.
A Check-Up with Jacob Schaff
Most Valuable Student recipient and doctor-to-be, Jacob Schaff, makes the most of his junior year at Vanderbilt University by volunteering, interning and studying abroad.
MVS Recipient Scores a Hole-In-One
Kristin Lynch, a 2001 Most Valuable Student recipient from Santa Margarita, Calif., gives an update on where her Princeton education has taken her since graduation.
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